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Abdominal paracentesis is typically done as an outpatient procedure, unless the complications from the fluid build up warrant hospitalization. The patient is usually awake during the procedure as anesthesia is not typically necessary.
Definition and Overview. Paracentesis, derived from the Greek word that means âto pierce,â is a procedure that involves puncturing the abdomen to collect peritoneal fluid. This accumulation of fluid in the abdominal area is known as ascites, which can be caused by a variety of reasons, including cancer, injury, infection, cirrhosis, or inflammation.